Holi 2072 Date — Saturday, March 5, 2072
When is Holi in 2072? Holi 2072 falls on Saturday, March 5, 2072.
Observance: Holi (Rangwali / Dhulandi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Holi 2072 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Holashtak begins | Sat, 27 February 2072 | |
| Holika Dahan (Chhoti Holi) | Fri, 4 March 2072 | Bonfire, evening before |
| Rangwali Holi (Dhulandi) | Sat, 5 March 2072 | Festival of colours |
| Ranga Panchami | Wed, 9 March 2072 |
About Holi
Holi celebrates the victory of devotion over ego (Holika Dahan) and the playful colors of spring (Rangwali Holi). It is tied to Krishna’s leelas in Braj and to seasonal renewal across North India, with related observances elsewhere.
How to observe
On Holika Dahan eve, many communities light a bonfire with prayers. The next day, people play with colors, share gujiya and sweets, and visit temples. Use skin-safe colors and respect local rules about water and public spaces.
Why we celebrate
Victory of Prahlada's devotion over Hiranyakashipu; burning of Holika. Celebrates spring, forgiveness, and Krishna's leela in Braj.
How it is celebrated
Play with colors, water, music; community harmony. In Braj, Lathmar Holi and temple celebrations.
Puja timing
Holika Dahan on Purnima evening; Holi colors next morning (Parva). Puja of Holika before bonfire.
Foods & offerings
Gujiya, malpua, thandai, puran poli, dahi vada — regional sweets.
Rituals
- Collect wood; Holika dahan after sunset with parikrama.
- Offer grains, coconut to fire; apply ash for protection.
- Next morning: apply gulal, visit friends and elders.
- Seek forgiveness and renew relationships.
Holi dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2071 | Mon, 16 March 2071 |
| 2072 | Sat, 5 March 2072 |
| 2073 | Fri, 24 March 2073 |
| 2074 | Wed, 14 March 2074 |
| 2075 | Sun, 3 March 2075 |
Hindu festivals around Holi 2072
- Holika Dahan 2072 date — Fri, 4 March 2072
- Ugadi 2072 date — Sun, 20 March 2072
- Gudi Padwa 2072 date — Sun, 20 March 2072
- Chaitra Navratri 2072 date — Sun, 20 March 2072
- Maha Shivaratri 2072 date — Wed, 17 February 2072
- Ram Navami 2072 date — Mon, 28 March 2072
- Hanuman Jayanti 2072 date — Sun, 3 April 2072
- Thaipusam 2072 date — Thu, 4 February 2072
- Vasant Panchami 2072 date — Mon, 25 January 2072
- Vishu 2072 date — Thu, 14 April 2072
- Baisakhi 2072 date — Thu, 14 April 2072
- Tamil Puthandu 2072 date — Thu, 14 April 2072
